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  • January 04, 2016 4:30 PM | Anonymous

    St. Pete College just announced free info sessions for some courses on this Wednesday, Jan. 6. Feel free to share this info with your staff or attend one yourself. Click Here to Register: http://bit.ly/1Qycgm3

    Some of the topics offered:

    • Introduction to a Manufacturing Career
    • What is Emotional Intelligence?
    • Mentorship - How to build a program
    • Building High Performance Teams
    • Which collaboration tools work best?
    • Delivering Effective Presentations
    • Resume/Linkedin Tips
    • Office 2016 New Features
    • Word 2013 Tips and Tricks
    • Excel 2013 Tips and Tricks
    • PowerPoint 2013 Tips and Tricks
    • Adobe Photoshop Tips and Tricks


  • December 15, 2015 1:20 PM | Anonymous

    At the Top of Our Game: Florida Ranks #1 in the Nation for 2015 Manufacturing Day/Month

    Official figures for MFG Day/Month for 2015 are out and with that we are tooting our horns. For the third time in a row (past three consecutive years), Florida ranks Number 1 in the NATION for hosting MFG Day tours and events. 2015 was another banner year for Florida, as FLATE and its network of statewide partners worked cohesively to organize and host 238 manufacturing day/month events across Florida. Since the conclusion of 2015 MFG Day/Month, FLATE has been working on compiling statewide data that provides an in-depth snapshot of the tours and events and the impact it had on all participants. Let’s look at some of the impressive stats and figures from 2015 MFG Day/Month which once again placed Florida as the LEADING STATE IN THE NATION to host manufacturing day tours and events.

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  • December 14, 2015 9:55 AM | Anonymous

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released a new version of the "Job Safety and Health - It's The Law!" poster expanding the lists of employee rights and employer responsibilities, as well as providing additional information about training and injury reporting requirements.

    Get the new poster here

    The newly designed poster has been updated to include new reporting obligations for employers, who must now report every fatality and every hospitalization, amputation and loss of an eye. It also informs employers of their responsibilities to train all workers in a language and vocabulary they can understand, comply with OSHA standards, and post citations at or near the place of an alleged violation.

    The OSHA poster is part of the Complete Compliance Federal poster which combines all SIX mandatory posters from all SIX Federal Agencies in one convenient format, ensuring you are in compliance. All Federal 6-in-1 posters are printed on recycled paper and laminated for extra durability. While previous versions of this notice are still acceptable we strongly recommend that you replace your poster with the most updated version today. All covered employers are required to display the poster in a conspicuous place where workers can see it.

  • December 02, 2015 11:27 AM | Anonymous

    St. Pete College Announces its 2016 Employers Summit

    January 21, 2016
    8:30am-10:00am
    SPC, Clearwater Campus in room ES-104

    Jobs for the Future, www.jff.org, will facilitate the meeting.

    MEETING GOALS

    • Introduce new employer partners to the college’s STEM Pathways programs and to three current students in the pathways
    • Provide a forum for employers to discuss workforce needs (valued workforce readiness skills, identification of hard to fill positions, hiring trends) to promote stronger employment outcomes
    • Explore internship opportunities and ways in which employers can strategically engage with the college to produce a more qualified workforce.
  • December 01, 2015 3:45 PM | Anonymous

    CareerSource Pinellas and CareerSource Tampa Bay understand the importance for employee training and skill upgrades. Innovation and technological advances are rapidly transforming US manufacturing.

    The Lean Six Sigma series of courses are not just “training” your staff but directs them towards projects that provide real measurable returns. Lean and Six Sigma have been utilized in a number of industry including manufacturing, hospitals, financial services, government and the armed services. Staff members using these methods can provide measurable and predictable results.

    CareerSource provides the following training classes at locations in St. Petersburg or Tampa and on-site at the employer’s facility (based on a minimum number per course).
    • Lean Six Sigma White Belt
    • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
    • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
    • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
    • Lean Bronze

    January Class schedule:
    Six Sigma Yellow Belt:Thursday, January 7 and Friday, January 8 (16 hours)
    Science Center, St Petersburg
    8am-5pm
    Price: $750.00 per employee
    To facilitate training onsite the class minimum is 5

    Six Sigma Green Belt: Monday, January 25 to Tuesday February 2 (56 hours)
    Science Center,St Petersburg
    8am-5pm
    Price: $1995.00 per employee
    To facilitate training onsite, the class minimum is 5

    Click Here For More Information

    Contact: Juditte Dorcy
    dorcyj@careersourcetampabay.com, (813) 397-2045
    Click Here For a Registration Form

  • November 09, 2015 3:04 PM | Anonymous


    Left to Right: Mike Brewster, Monin; Becky Burton, BAMA; Mike Shaluly, Mastercut Tool; Gov. Rick Scott; Jerry Custin, Upper Tampa Bay Chamber; Dru Wilson, USI Insurance; Rick Concotelli, Lockheed Martin.


    Watch a short video of Gov. Scott's visit

    Governor Rick Scott made a visit to Monin Gourmet Flavorings on Monday, Nov. 9, to propose $1 billion in tax cuts to grow the manufacturing industry and Florida’s small businesses to further diversify the economy and guard Florida against another economic downturn.

    Governor Scott’s $1 billion tax cut package includes:

    • Permanently Eliminating Income Tax on Manufacturing and Retail Businesses - The elimination of this tax will reduce the cost for businesses in Florida by about $770 million annually, attract more businesses to the state, and diversify Florida’s economy by helping more businesses succeed.
    • Permanently Eliminating the Tax on Manufacturing Machinery and Equipment - This tax cut is estimated to reduce the tax liability of Florida’s manufacturing businesses by $76.9 million annually beginning in 2017. By permanently eliminating this tax, Florida will be more competitive for manufacturing businesses to start or expand. If no action is taken during the upcoming legislative session, there will be a substantial tax increase on Florida manufacturers.
    • Cutting the Tax on Commercial Leases - Florida is the only state that has a tax on commercial leases which unfairly targets small businesses. Governor Scott is proposing to reduce the tax on commercial leases by 1 percent in 2017 through the use of both recurring and non-recurring funds. This will save Florida businesses $339 million over the next two fiscal years.
    • Extending the Sales Tax Exemption on College Textbooks – Governor Scott is proposing to extend the sales tax exemption on the purchase of college textbooks for an additional year. The prices of college textbooks have increased significantly over the years, often exceeding $100 per book. Exempting college textbooks from the state sales tax is expected to save Florida students $46 million.
    • Saving for Families with Sales Tax Holidays - The budget includes funding for a 10-day back-to-school sales tax holiday and 9-day hurricane preparedness sales tax holiday. These two tax holidays will save Florida families an estimated $72.8 million in the upcoming fiscal year.

    Governor Scott said, “By eliminating the tax on business income for Florida manufacturers - big and small, and all Florida retailers, which include many small businesses all across the state, we are putting job creators on the road to success for years to come. I want Florida to be the small business capital of the world. Our state is already home to 500,000 small businesses. The more we can cut taxes – like the one on commercial lease – the more we can grow our small businesses in Florida and further diversify our economy to invest in our future.

    “Florida is on a roll. Our businesses have added almost one million new jobs over the last four years, but we have more work to do. We can’t only create jobs when the national economy is good. We must cut taxes and diversify our economy so Florida can grow even when the national economy is bad. Florida must compete with Texas, and diversify our economy to guard against another recession.”

  • November 03, 2015 3:32 PM | Anonymous

    National Apprenticeship Week
    November 1-7, 2015

    National Apprenticeship Week is an opportunity for the national apprenticeship community to tell the story of registered apprenticeships. It is an invitation to businesses and industry, education, career seekers, community-based organizations, students and workers to learn about the real-world advantages of apprenticeships.

    The U.S. Department of Labor recently announced Florida State College at Jacksonville (FSCJ) as a recipient of a $5 million American Apprenticeship grant. FSCJ is leading the Florida Apprenticeship consortium and will support involvement with St. Petersburg College and Broward College. Together, all colleges will work with businesses and other partners to close the workforce skills gap faced by the Information Technology, Manufacturing, Healthcare and Construction/Trades industries across Florida by promoting the growth and expansion of quality and innovative apprenticeship programs over the next five years.

    We invite you to visit the website to learn more about the Florida Apprenticeship grant project.

  • November 01, 2015 12:49 PM | Anonymous

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released a new version of the "Job Safety and Health - It's The Law!" poster expanding the lists of employee rights and employer responsibilities, as well as providing additional information about training and injury reporting requirements.

    Get the new poster here

    The newly designed poster has been updated to include new reporting obligations for employers, who must now report every fatality and every hospitalization, amputation and loss of an eye. It also informs employers of their responsibilities to train all workers in a language and vocabulary they can understand, comply with OSHA standards, and post citations at or near the place of an alleged violation.

    The OSHA poster is part of the Complete Compliance Federal poster which combines all SIX mandatory posters from all SIX Federal Agencies in one convenient format, ensuring you are in compliance. All Federal 6-in-1 posters are printed on recycled paper and laminated for extra durability. While previous versions of this notice are still acceptable we strongly recommend that you replace your poster with the most updated version today. 

    All covered employers are required to display the poster in a conspicuous place where workers can see it.
    What Labor Law Posters Are Required by Your State?


  • October 28, 2015 2:35 PM | Anonymous

    This series of courses is designed to certify job seekers for jobs in the manufacturing field.

    Nationally Recognized Certifications Participants can earn the following:

    • Certified Production Technician
    • Manufacturing Technician 1
    • OSHA 30
    • NIMS, PMMI, FANUC

    Plus earn 15 credit hours towards an AS in Engineering Technology

    MSSC-CPT:
    Jan. 11 – Feb. 26 (MWR) 5:00p-9:00p
    Feb. 1 – Mar. 25 (MWR) 8:00a-12:00p

    Manufacturing Technician 1:
    Ongoing, online with labs in Clearwater

    Mechatronics:
    Jan. 11 – Mar. 31 (MWR) TBD

    FANUC Robotics:
    Feb. 8 – Mar. 4 (TWR) TBD

    WHO? Unemployed persons that would like to expand their knowledge while earning nationally recognized certificates and job placement assistance in the manufacturing industry.

    www.spcollege.edu/FloridaTrade-SPC

    Florida TRADE at St Petersburg College
    13805 58th St. N, Clearwater, FL 33760
    Contact: Dr. Jill Flansburg, Program Coordinator, Flansburg.Jill@spcollege.edu 727-791-2508

    A flyer can be found here

  • October 26, 2015 12:53 PM | Anonymous

    Governor Scott, "Permanently eliminating your tax on equipment will be a top priority for me during the upcoming legislative session. This means this is your last chance to get engaged and tell your Legislators not to raise this tax on the purchase of your equipment." Read his entire letter here.

Statistics

Manufacturing in Tampa Bay

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EnterpriseFlorida.com

Read the 2015 Florida Manufacturing Brief from Enterprise Florida

Labor Market Industry Profile

Florida manufacturers are critical to the state’s economy. In June 2013, Florida manufacturing
was 4.4 percent of the employment for all industries. Manufacturing is separated into durable
goods manufacturing and nondurable goods manufacturing. Durable goods manufacturing
accounted for 66.7 percent of June 2013 manufacturing employment and nondurable goods
manufacturing accounted for 33.3 percent.


There were 18,510 Florida manufacturers in June 2013, with employment of 323,341 jobs.
Employment was up 5,660 jobs (+1.8 percent) over the year.


Read the entire report here

County
Number of Establishments
Employment December 2013
Pinellas 1,297 30,317
Hillsborough 1,114 24,651
Pasco 317 3,185
Hernando 106 1,509
TOTALS 2,834 59,662


Information provided by

International Trade

Click here for the Slide Show from the tour of the
Tampa Port on May 14, 2016.


If you need information on how to sell your goods to other countries,
here are some contacts that can help you.


Dan Bjerk is a Senior International Trade Specialist at the Tampa Bay Export Assistance Center,
the local office for the U.S. Commercial Service of the International Trade Administration of the
U.S. Department of Commerce located in Clearwater, Florida.

Tampa Bay Export Assistance Center

U.S. Department of Commerce | International Trade Administration

13805 58th Street North, Suite 1-200, Clearwater, FL 33760

727.464.7347

Dan.Bjerk@trade.gov

www.export.gov

Brent Barkway joined the staff of Pinellas County Economic Development in August 2014, as a Business Development Manager specializing in Export Development, Foreign Trade Zone management, business expansion and relocation projects. He focuses on helping local companies discover new global markets for their products and services. Brent honed his economic development skills in Lee County, where he managed the relocation of Hertz Corporate Headquarters, which resulted in the creation of hundreds of jobs and millions of dollars in economic impact in Southwest Florida.

Pinellas County Economic Development

13805 58th St. N., Suite 1-200, Clearwater, FL 33760

727-464-7411

bbarkway@pinellascounty.org

Lorrie Belovich is Director of International Business Development for the Tampa Hillsborough Economic Development Corporation and partner in the Tampa Bay Export Alliance. She is responsible for both international trade and foreign direct investment. She works closely with the international stakeholders in Tampa Bay, such as the Tampa International Airport, Port Tampa Bay, Visit Tampa Bay and the Mayor’s office, to align the international business strategy for Hillsborough Country. Lorrie also manages the official outbound trade and business development missions led by Mayor Buckhorn and other elected officials.

Tampa Hillsborough Economic Development Corporation

101 East Kennedy Blvd. | Suite 1750, Tampa, FL 33602

813.518.2654

lbelovich@tampaedc.com

Gonzalo Padron joined Port Tampa Bay as director of marketing and business development for Latin America in August 2014. Prior to joining the port’s executive team, Padron was manager of strategic customers at DHL Global Forwarding. Padron began his industry career extensively traveling the Caribbean and Latin America as a senior account executive for ocean carriers Tecmarine Lines and Seaboard Marine.

Port Tampa Bay

1101 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602

welliott@tampaport.com

office: 813-905-5150

mobile: 813-361-2892

M. Javier Zuniga’s expertise includes corporate and partnership tax compliance, partnership structures, international taxation, individual taxation and forensic accounting. Javier is also part of PDR CPAs R&D tax credit and cost segregation studies practice areas.

PDR CPA

727-785-4447

mzuniga@pdr-cpa.com


OSHA

The OSHA presentation from January 22, 2015

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